James F. “Jeff” Chase

James F. “Jeff” Chase

WHITE STONE—James Flexmer “Jeff” Chase, 86, passed away, July 26, 2019.

He was a lifelong resident of White Stone, where he farmed his families’ farms, Bunker Hill and Townley.

He was a member of many farm organizations, Chesapeake Bank board and Rappahannock General Hospital board.

He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Katherine Harding “Kaggy” Chase; three daughters, Katherine Harding Chase, Amanda Carter Chase and Martha Chase McCarthy (Denis); and a sister, Julia Chase Smoak (Robert); and three grandchildren, Resi Elisabeth Williams, James Flexmer Chase McCarthy and Joseph Henry McCarthy.

A celebration of Jeff’s life was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 29, at Grace Episcopal Church, Kilmarnock. The family greeted friends following the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Historic Christ Church Foundation, PO Box 24, Irvington, VA 22480, or a charity of your choice.

Currie Funeral Home LLC of Kilmarnock handled the arrangements.